Mercer and Rhode Island clash in FCS playoff showdown today

sportingnews.com December 7, 2024, 09:01 AM UTC

Mercer and Rhode Island are set to face off in the second round of the FCS playoffs today. Mercer, ranked No. 7, has a 10-2 record and received a bye after winning the Southern Conference championship. Rhode Island, ranked No. 10, is coming off a first-round win against Central Connecticut. Running back Malik Grant has been a standout, rushing for over 200 yards in his last two games. The game will start at 2 p.m. ET at Five Star Stadium. It will not be available on TV and can only be streamed live on ESPN+.


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